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Mar 31, 2004 | 12:03 AM

saigo

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Lettering Question

Hi,

I'm another new owner. I bought a torch red (inside and out) '95 coupe about a month ago and couldn't be happier.

I'm sure I'll have more important questions later, but right now I just have a simple cosmetic one: Why is the lettering on my rear bumper and license plate cover painted black (see pictures: http://www.virtualtim.com/corvette/front_lettering.jpg http://www.virtualtim.com/corvette/rear_lettering.jpg) when all other 95's I see have body-colored lettering? Is this something the previous owner did after market, or is it some kind of option? I really like the way the black lettering looks, but it bugs me that I don't know why its there.

Mar 31, 2004 | 12:09 AM

fryguy84

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Re: Lettering Question (saigo)

heres your pics

the lettering looks good! :thumbs:

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Mar 31, 2004 | 12:14 AM

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Re: Lettering Question (saigo)

Yes, the black letter inserts are aftermarket. Many companies sell these kits. I like them also :yesnod:

Mar 31, 2004 | 12:16 AM

85red_vette

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Re: Lettering Question (TA)

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Yes, the black letter inserts are aftermarket. Many companies sell these kits. I like them also :yesnod:

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Mar 31, 2004 | 12:24 AM

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Re: Lettering Question (saigo)

I have them on mine in silver. I put them there. I like the way they contrast with the polo green. It's a matter of personal taste. You can remove them if you don't like them.

Mar 31, 2004 | 12:30 AM

linkschamp

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Re: Lettering Question (saigo)

Its simply an aftermarket costmetic item - letters come in multiple colors and in stick-on vinyl, hard-plastic letters, plated (chrome/silver/gold) and the letters just stick on. Most are simply held on with a sticky backing which is pretty easy to remove - using heat (like the warm sun - or a simple hairdryer).

Some folks like them - others don't - personal taste thing. :seeya

Mar 31, 2004 | 12:56 AM

saigo

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Re: Lettering Question (saigo)

Hey, thanks for the speedy answers. I like the contrasted letters too and don't plan on changing them. Unfortunately, my state (Iowa) requires front license plates so I've already replaced the front cover with a clear one to hold my plate. Now my llicense plate cover is just a really cool decoration in my apartment.

Mar 31, 2004 | 01:35 AM

linkschamp

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Re: Lettering Question (saigo)

In my state (Mass) front plates are also required. My son mounts his when he takes his car to local shows and removes it when he leaves - just another use for your "

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... really cool decoration ...

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